Celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck has a tough job on his hands when compiling a menu for The Governor’s Ball, the official Oscars after party.
Wolfgang Puck with his legendary chocolate Oscars. Picture: Getty Images.
His guests have spent a good few hours looking glamorous and accepting or commiserating over losing awards, which is hungry work.
At a recent press event, journalists were given a taste of the hors d’oeuvres that will be served at the event.
The food is all served as small dishes, and first up is a sushi bar, mini burgers and salmon Oscars – Wolfgang told reporters that these dishes are tradition.
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Thereafter, the glam guests will enjoy dishes like black truffle chicken pot pie and some of Puck’s new dishes, including Moroccan spiced Wagyu short rib topped with a parmesan funnel cake; taro root tacos with shrimp, mango, avocado and chipotle aioli; gnocchetti with braised mushrooms and cashew cream; lobster corn dogs; and baked macaroni and cheese.
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As for dessert, everyone’s a winner as they get to take home Wolfgang’s sought-after 24-karat-gold chocolate Oscars.
There’ll also be a selection of macaroons and other delicious treats on offer for guests to nibble on.
The 89th Annual Academy Awards will air on M-Net channel Monday, 27 February 03:30 am and a repeat again at 7:30 pm.
